National Museum of Art and History (Musee National d'Histoire et d'Art)

The idea for Luxembourg’s MNHA was first conceived before World War II but thanks to German occupation of the city it only finally opened in 1946. Today the museum has four permanent collections housed in a purpose-built gallery completed in the early 21st century. The Coins and Medals and Fine Arts collections are found in the revamped original museum, which is connected to a central atrium with a façade of stone cladding that houses the gift shops and café on the ground floor. Hidden beneath this — and literally carved out of rock — are three subterranean floors where the archaeological treasures are exhibited. The latest addition is the Wiltheim Wing, which was added in 2014 and comprises several modernized townhouses where Arts and Crafts from Renaissance times onwards are now on display.

In addition, the museum normally holds several temporary exhibitions at any one time and these have recently featured diverse themes such as art from the Cold War period and the work of Luxembourg artist Joseph Kutter (1894-1941), who was influenced by the Expressionists and renowned for his landscapes and nudes.

National Museum of Art and History (Musee National d'Histoire et d'Art) Tours and Tickets

Showing Tours and Activities

Explore Luxembourg at your own pace on this hop-on hop-off bus tour. Enjoy unlimited travel for 24 hours, and take in panoramic views along with informative on-board commentary. Stay on aboard for the full 1-hour loop or hop off to explore further on foot. Discover top city attractions including GÃƒÂ«lle Fra, Place Guillaume II, the Bock, Fort ThÃƒÂ¼ngen and the National Museum of History and Art. Wander down bustling streets such as Rue du Foss e and Rue du Kiem, and make the most of the city's dining and shopping options.